A Rhyme Less Reason

Without reason rhyme would not be sublime.
Un-metered runs of tale-tossed words, un-timed
would reasonably scatter like broken chimes,
petering-out upon the parchment page of springtime.

Without season time could not unwind
in measured meter with unearthly reason kind,
scattering broken bits like brittle finds
across the fragrant fields of summer time.

Without lessons man would not advance lifetimes,
measuring his earthly mettle in the after time
treasuring the gifts of life with autumn’s wine,
His reason is not ours to know, though it seems kind.

Without rhyme or reason, we search for the Prime,
the holy gift of love and peace exsisting before time.
Now, as we enjoy the gifts of winter most pristine,
we praise all that’s holy for the gift of life's time.

Poet: Debbie Guzzi
Contest: Put Your Best Rhyme Forward

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011



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Date: 12/15/2013 12:34:00 PM
Congrats on the win. Love the poem :)
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Date: 12/11/2013 4:52:00 PM
Way to go on the contest. I love a good monorhyme.
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Date: 12/11/2013 4:21:00 PM
A wonderful read. Congratulations on your excellent win. Warm hugs and smiles, Connie
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Date: 12/10/2013 10:01:00 PM
Wonderful verse, Deb. I especially like the way you entwined the passage of seasons within the greater metaphor. Gary
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Date: 12/10/2013 9:16:00 PM
Congrats on the win, Deb
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Date: 12/10/2013 8:30:00 PM
love the win....pd
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Date: 12/10/2013 3:22:00 PM
NICELY done, and nicely won, Debs. I enjoyed its message.
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Date: 12/10/2013 11:39:00 AM
- Congratulations on your winning poem in: "Put Your Best Rhyme Forward" contest: Sponsored by: Just That Archaic Poet - Nice to take part - a pleasure to read yours Debbie - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 12/10/2013 9:51:00 AM
You have definitely put your best _foot-poem-rhyme............wayyyy forward !!! Well done, Deb!!
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Date: 12/10/2013 7:46:00 AM
Congrats on your win , Debbie
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Date: 12/28/2011 1:22:00 PM
Beautiful poem, Debbie. I really enjoyed my read! Happy New Year blessings! Maureen :)
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Date: 12/1/2011 12:09:00 PM
Yes thats it..!
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Date: 11/30/2011 12:18:00 PM
Hello Debbie, a well presented write here.. i wonder "however about a certain point :) i will not mention it publicly in your comments box..! however contact me if you wish to discuss..!
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Date: 11/29/2011 5:56:00 AM
What a great write. Beautiful and profound.
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Date: 11/28/2011 10:20:00 PM
gosh, Debs. you went all out for this contest. Makes me ashamed I didn't try one myself. This is GREAT!! Unique thoughts and imagery.
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Date: 11/28/2011 5:59:00 PM
Dear Debbie, This is a well crafted poem - a reflection of your poetic talent. A sure Winner. Also I am deeply touched by your kind words on my poem The Autumn. I don't wish any one else (even my enemy) to be hurt like me. I extend my hands with a bouquet of love wherever there is anguish and pain. This is my way of taking vengeance . Thanks also for the impressive quote and wise words of the poet. Best wishes. -Mohammad
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Date: 11/28/2011 5:40:00 PM
Flowed with rhythm and blossomed with rhyme. I found this most delightful, good luck Debbie...cheers Margaret
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Date: 11/28/2011 5:03:00 PM
* "Tis Sooo Beautiful * Dear Gifted, Beautiful & Precious Debbie * Rarely Is There Found Such Poem In Rhyme * Able To Penetrate Ones Heart Amid Words Which Matter Upon Many Fronts * A Masterpiece of Beauty. * I Love Your Voice Here * Double Diamonds In Faves * Mesmerizing * My Luv, Forever & Always * Sarah." *
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